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50 FWO

1968 Lotus Elan +2

Red Other 1558cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1968 Lotus Elan +242,982 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration50 FWO
MakeLotus
ModelElan +2
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,558cc
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How Reliable is the Lotus Elan +2?

Based on 1,562 MOT tests across 197 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
197
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 41
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 35
Stop lamp not working 32
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50 FWO is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2 in Red with a 1,558cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1968 Lotus Elan +2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 42,982 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan +2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 50 FWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan +2 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 58 years old, this Lotus Elan +2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 50 FWO registered?

50 FWO is a 1968 Lotus Elan +2, first registered on 11 November 1968.

Is 50 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 50 FWO shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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